1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6328 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3910 mm |
